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Italian Steakhouse · River North, Chicago

Harry Caray's Chicago Menu 2026: Steaks, Italian Dishes & Sports Bar

Full Harry Caray's Chicago menu for 2026 — every category of the River North flagship's Italian steakhouse menu, from USDA prime cuts and Italian-American classics to the full bar. No prices are published online; see the note below and confirm with the restaurant. Scroll for the menu, signature dishes, dining tips and frequently asked questions.

Opened 1987River North, ChicagoUSDA Prime SteaksItalian-American cuisineCubs memorabilia landmark
Sample · $$$

Signature items

Bone-In RibeyePrice on request
Filet MignonPrice on request
Chicken ParmigianaPrice on request
Harry's Short RibsPrice on request
TiramisuPrice on request
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About menu prices. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse does not publish prices on its website. This page lists all menu categories and items without prices. As a benchmark: expect prime steaks in the $40–$70+ range, pasta and seafood entrees $25–$45, and appetizers $18–$22 — consistent with comparable upscale Chicago steakhouses. Confirm current pricing at harrycarays.com or by calling the restaurant directly.
Quick answers

What Harry Caray's is best known for

The four things visitors most often ask about Harry Caray's Chicago, answered at a glance.

Signature steak
USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye

Hand-selected prime beef, aged for flavor. The flagship steak at Harry Caray's.

Most iconic dish
Harry's Famous Short Ribs

Bone-in short ribs braised in red wine demi-glace. A house classic since opening.

Best for groups
Porterhouse for Two

Shared-format prime porterhouse, carved tableside.

Non-steak star
Chicken Parmigiana

A beloved Italian-American anchor on a steakhouse menu — crispy, sauced, baked over pasta.

Signature spotlight

The six dishes that define Harry Caray's

If you're visiting for the first time and want to know what this restaurant is really about — start here. These are the items that appear on nearly every table, year after year.

House specialty

USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye

The flagship steak — a cowboy-cut prime ribeye with the bone in for maximum flavor. Wet-aged and broiled at high heat for a pronounced crust. The centerpiece of the Harry Caray's steak experience.

Fan favorite since 1987

Harry's Famous Short Ribs

Bone-in beef short ribs slow-braised in a red-wine demi-glace. Meltingly tender and deeply flavored — arguably the most ordered non-steak entree on the menu and a consistent customer top pick.

Italian-American anchor

Chicken Parmigiana

Breaded airline chicken, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and Parmigiano, baked and plated over house spaghetti. A beloved bridge between the Italian and steakhouse halves of the menu.

Steakhouse essential

Creamed Spinach

Fresh spinach in a rich cream and Parmigiano sauce — the side dish that defines the Harry Caray's table. Ordered alongside virtually every prime steak on the menu.

Named for Harry's call

Holy Cow! Cocktail

Harry Caray's signature cocktail — named for his famous home run exclamation. The bar's most iconic pour and an almost obligatory order on a first visit.

Dessert classic

Tiramisu

House-made with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. A proper Italian finish to a meal that straddles the steakhouse and trattoria worlds.

About Harry Caray's Chicago

The restaurant where Cubs history meets a prime steakhouse

Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse opened in 1987 in River North, Chicago, named for Harry Caray — the beloved, boisterous Cubs broadcaster famous for leading fans in a seventh-inning stretch rendition of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" and his signature call of "Holy Cow!" on home runs. The restaurant was conceived as both a tribute and a neighborhood institution.

The original Kinzie Street location is the anchor of a small Chicago-area group that has expanded to Rosemont (near O'Hare) and Lombard. The flagship remains the most visited: its walls are covered in signed jerseys, vintage bats, scorecards and photographs spanning decades of Cubs history and Harry Caray's broadcasting career — a collection that functions as a working baseball museum.

On the plate, the menu is split evenly between USDA prime steaks (the fine-dining anchor) and Italian-American classics — pasta, chicken parm, veal, seafood — that reflect the Italian-American tradition Harry Caray embodied. The bar is a full sports venue on game days.

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Dining tips

How to get the most out of a visit to Harry Caray's

Book ahead

Reserve early for weekends

The dining room fills quickly on Friday and Saturday evenings and on Cubs game days. Book via the official site or OpenTable at least a week ahead for prime weekend times. Walk-ins are welcome at the bar.

Order strategy

Share sides family style

Sides (creamed spinach, garlic mashed, sauteed mushrooms) are portioned generously. Two diners sharing one or two sides alongside their entrees is the standard approach and keeps the meal manageable.

Best seat

Bar area for solo or sports

The bar area is lively and walk-in friendly. On game days it operates as a full sports bar with large screens. The dining room is quieter and more formal — ideal for business meals or celebrations.

Must-order

Ask for the Holy Cow! Cocktail

Harry Caray's signature cocktail is the de facto welcome drink. Even if you switch to wine with dinner, starting with the Holy Cow! is part of the Harry Caray's experience.

Parking

River North parking options

Street parking in River North is limited. The restaurant can validate at nearby garages — ask the host on arrival. Rideshare drop-off on Kinzie Street is the most convenient option from downtown Chicago.

Groups

Private dining available

Harry Caray's has private dining rooms for groups of 10 or more. Ideal for corporate events, rehearsal dinners and large celebrations. Contact the restaurant directly at harrycarays.com for group menus and pricing.

What's notable

Seasonal specials & bar highlights

Harry Caray's runs seasonal menus, game-day events and holiday specials throughout the year. Check harrycarays.com for the current lineup.

Signature

Holy Cow! Cocktail

Named for Harry Caray's legendary home run call. The bar's most ordered cocktail and a must-try at the original location.

Landmark

Cubs Memorabilia Experience

Walls lined with Harry Caray jerseys, signed bats, scorecards and photos spanning decades of Cubs history. No ticket required — come for the food, stay for the museum.

Seasonal

Harvest & Holiday Menus

Harry Caray's offers special menus for Cubs Opening Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Check harrycarays.com for current specials.

Bar

Game Day Sports Bar

The bar area transforms into a full sports bar on Cubs game days and major sporting events. Walk-in seating at the bar is available; the dining room requires reservations.

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All seven Harry Caray's menu categories — starters, steaks, seafood, Italian-American classics, sides, desserts and the bar.

The full menu

Harry Caray's Chicago complete menu (2026)

All categories and items at the River North flagship. Prices are not published by the restaurant — see the note above or visit harrycarays.com for current pricing.

Prices not available online. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse does not list prices on its website. As a benchmark, expect upscale Chicago steakhouse pricing: prime steaks $40–$70+, pasta and seafood entrees $25–$45, appetizers $18–$22. Confirm with the restaurant before visiting.
Location & reservations

Visiting Harry Caray's River North

The flagship Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse is at 33 W. Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL 60654, in the River North neighborhood — a short walk from the Magnificent Mile, Michigan Avenue, and the Chicago Riverwalk. The address puts it within easy reach of downtown hotels and the Loop.

Additional Chicago-area locations: Rosemont (10233 W. Higgins Road, near O'Hare Airport) and Lombard (70 Yorktown Center). Hours vary by location — check harrycarays.com for current times.

  • River North flagship: 33 W. Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
  • Rosemont: 10233 W. Higgins Rd (O'Hare area)
  • Lombard: 70 Yorktown Center (DuPage County)
  • Reservations: harrycarays.com or OpenTable
  • Group dining: Private rooms available for 10+ guests
Common questions

Harry Caray's Chicago — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions visitors most commonly ask about Harry Caray's menu, history, location and dining experience.

What is Harry Caray's Chicago known for?

Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse is known for three things: USDA prime steaks, classic Italian-American dishes, and an unmatched collection of Cubs and baseball memorabilia. The restaurant opened in 1987 and is named after Harry Caray, the legendary broadcaster who called Cubs games at Wrigley Field for 16 years. The River North flagship on West Kinzie Street is the original location and one of Chicago's longest-running fine-dining institutions.

Does Harry Caray's publish its menu prices online?

Harry Caray's does not publish prices on its website. As a full-service upscale steakhouse, pricing is in the premium tier: expect $40–$70+ for prime cuts, $25–$45 for pasta and seafood entrees, and $18–$22 for most appetizers, based on comparable Chicago steakhouse benchmarks and diner reports. Confirm with the restaurant at harrycarays.com or by calling ahead.

Where is Harry Caray's original Chicago location?

The original and flagship location is at 33 W. Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL 60654, in the River North neighborhood — about a 10-minute walk from the Magnificent Mile and the Chicago Riverwalk. There are additional Harry Caray's locations in the Chicago suburbs (Rosemont near O'Hare and Lombard in DuPage County). The Kinzie Street location is the largest and most historic.

Is Harry Caray's a good spot for Cubs fans?

Absolutely. The restaurant is effectively a museum of Cubs history as much as a steakhouse — jerseys, bats, photos, scorecards and memorabilia from Harry Caray's broadcasting career and the Cubs' history cover the walls. Game days and postseason events are especially popular. The bar area draws heavy sports-bar traffic on game days; the dining room remains a quieter, upscale experience.

Do you need a reservation at Harry Caray's Chicago?

Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekends, Cubs game days, and special events. Walk-ins are accommodated at the bar. Book via the official site at harrycarays.com or through OpenTable. For large groups (8+), call the restaurant directly for group dining arrangements.

What are Harry Caray's signature dishes?

The most-mentioned signature dishes are: the USDA prime bone-in ribeye, Harry's Famous Short Ribs (braised bone-in with red-wine demi-glace), the chicken parmigiana, creamed spinach, and house-made tiramisu. The Holy Cow! cocktail — named after Harry's signature home run exclamation — is the bar's most famous drink.

Is Harry Caray's good for business dining?

Yes. Harry Caray's is a long-established Chicago business-dining venue. The River North location offers private dining rooms for groups, a strong wine and spirits program, and the kind of attentive service expected at a flagship steakhouse. It's a well-known choice for client dinners, celebrations and corporate events in the Chicago Loop / River North area.

Are there vegetarian options at Harry Caray's?

Harry Caray's is primarily a steakhouse, but several items are vegetarian-friendly: Eggplant Parmigiana, pasta dishes (the kitchen can prepare without meat on request), a range of vegetable sides (creamed spinach, asparagus, sauteed mushrooms, mac and cheese), classic salads, and all desserts. Notify your server of dietary needs — the kitchen can often accommodate modifications.

How does Harry Caray's compare to other Chicago steakhouses?

Harry Caray's sits in Chicago's upper-tier steakhouse market alongside Bavette's Bar & Boeuf, Girl & the Goat (not a steakhouse but comparable event-dining), and Morton's (which was founded in Chicago). It differentiates on Italian-American identity (pasta, veal, chicken parm alongside prime steaks), Cubs heritage (unmatched memorabilia), and a dual identity as both a sports bar and a fine-dining room — something few competitors match at the same address.

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